Places And Travel
8 Best Attractions To Visit On The Pacific Coast
The eight best Pacific Coast attractions, from Big Sur and the redwoods to Haystack Rock, Point Reyes, and the orcas of the San Juan Islands.
10 Amazing Weekend Getaways in Georgia for 2026
Gold-rush squares, Bavarian streets, working shrimp docks: ten Georgia towns with enough to fill a full weekend, from the Blue Ridge to the coast.
The Largest Amphitheaters In The United States
The largest amphitheaters in the US are ranked by total capacity, fixed seating, and acreage, including Glen Helen, Red Rocks, and the Hollywood Bowl.
2026's 9 Most Scenic Southern United States Towns
Older than the country itself, these nine Southern towns still remember their beginnings, from a 1565 Spanish fort to a rice harbor built on five rivers.
8 Most Neighborly Towns In The Ozarks
The most neighborly towns in the Ozarks, spread across Arkansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and Kansas, and what each one does to make a newcomer feel welcome.
The Widest Bridges In North America
See how North America's widest bridges span canals and rivers with immense decks, movable sections, and record-setting cable systems.
What Happens If Yellowstone's Supervolcano Erupts
Meters of ash near the caldera, millimeters on the coasts: here is what a Yellowstone supereruption would actually do, and why it is not coming soon.
9 Nicest Small Towns In Connecticut
Connecticut's small towns span Kent's waterfalls, Mystic's shipbuilding seaport, Essex's colonial architecture and the shoreline beaches of Niantic.
9 Main Streets Where Wisconsin Comes Alive
See these Wisconsin Main Streets shaping small-town life, from Cedarburg's mills to Bayfield's harbor and Sister Bay's shops.
9 Most Overlooked Idaho Towns For 2026
Idaho’s overlooked towns include one built by a lumber company, another moved uphill, and small places where strange decisions still mark the map
8 Most Walkable Town Centers on the Chesapeake Bay
Leave the car behind in these eight Chesapeake Bay towns, where the harbor, the shops, and the historic landmarks are all a few blocks apart on foot.
Why California Has The Most National Parks
Why California Has The Most National Parks: nine parks born from its varied geography and a long legacy of conservation led by John Muir.
7 Ideal Alabama Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
Plan a memorable Alabama weekend for 2026 with lakeside parks, historic landmarks, local arts, and memorable stays in these inviting towns.
7 Prettiest Main Streetscapes In Texas
Discover eight Texas small towns with beautiful Main Streets, from Fredericksburg and Georgetown to Jefferson and Boerne, where history and local charm shine.
The Safest Small Towns In Minnesota
These Minnesota cities pair low reported crime rates with river trails, lake parks, and inviting small-town stops worth a closer look.
The Oldest Ferry Still Running In America
Ferries were instrumental in early travel and transport throughout the United States. These days, not many original ferries remain. Here's the oldest.
8 Old-Timey General Stores In Michigan
Michigan’s old-timey general stores still have creaky floors, candy jars, local goods, and the kind of storefronts that feel pulled from another era.
The Cheapest Beautiful Towns To Live In Kentucky
Discover the best places to live in Kentucky, from affordable Danville and Frankfort to Owensboro and Middlesboro, with housing, jobs, and more.
2026's 8 Most Scenic The Poconos Towns
Eight Pocono Mountains towns in northeastern Pennsylvania where river and ridge scenery meets historic main streets, including Stroudsburg and Jim Thorpe.
The Highest Roads East Of The Mississippi
NC 128 up Mount Mitchell is the highest road east of the Mississippi at 6,578 feet. See the five Appalachian roads that top 6,000 feet.
10 Best Attractions To Visit In New England
New England's 10 best attractions range from Acadia's cliffs and Mount Washington's summit to Salem's witch history and a castle built by an inventor.
11 Main Streets Where North Carolina Comes Alive
Tour charming North Carolina Main Streets filled with historic landmarks, local shops, mountain scenery, and waterfront views.
This Maine Scenic Byway Is The Road Trip Of A Lifetime
Drive the Rangeley Lakes Scenic Byway through 35 miles of western Maine, past mountain lakes, waterfalls, and old mill towns. Here is the three-day plan.
The US Counties With The Shortest Life Expectancy
The US Counties With The Shortest Life Expectancy, where poverty, healthcare deserts, and systemic inequality cut lifespans well below the national average.
8 Most Walkable Town Centers In Spain
8 Most Walkable Town Centers In Spain feature car-free plazas, medieval streets, and gathering squares in towns like Ronda and Albarracín.
8 Of The Most Captivating Small Towns In England
8 Of The Most Captivating Small Towns In England, from Rye and Sandwich to Chipping Campden, Skipton, Lyme Regis, Alnwick, Southwold, and Keswick.
The Difference Between Old-Growth And Second-Growth Forests
See how old-growth and second-growth forests differ in age and structure with distinct biodiversity, carbon storage, and recovery after disturbance.
The State Parks With Ghost Towns You Can Explore
The State Parks With Ghost Towns You Can Explore keep their buildings in arrested decay, with furniture and goods left exactly where residents abandoned them.
10 Idyllic Small Towns In Montana To Visit In 2026
Red Lodge, Philipsburg, Virginia City, and seven more Montana small towns where the Wild West lives on and Main Street is still the heart of town.
The Most Underrated National Forests In America
The Most Underrated National Forests In America, from Colorado's Rio Grande and Alaska's Tongass to Coronado, Croatan, Malheur, and the Ouachita.
9 Most Breathtaking Towns In Nevada
Where the land came first: nine Nevada towns built against the ridges, canyons, and dark skies that miners and ranchers found before they settled in.
9 Best Places To Call Home In Iowa In 2026
Discover nine affordable Iowa towns with low home prices, strong employers, outdoor recreation, and small-town appeal.
This Alaska Scenic Byway Is The Road Trip Of A Lifetime
Bald eagles gather along the Chilkat River each fall; the Haines Highway runs nearby, offering scenic views and historical sites.
The Route 66 Towns That Died When The Interstate Opened
Glenrio is a ghost town with a welcome center. The Route 66 towns the interstate killed, the ones that fought back, and the man who bought a whole town for $425,000
2026's 10 Most Scenic Southern California Towns
Visit scenic Southern California towns for coastal views, mountain trails, and memorable stops at wineries, orchards, and desert resorts.
11 Great Road Trips to Take in the Pacific Northwest
Clear a weekend and point the car at the Cascades or the coast: 11 Pacific Northwest drives, from rain forest and lava fields to Pacific sea stacks.
2026's 11 Most Scenic Adirondack Mountains Towns
Fire towers, ferries, gondolas, and roadside lakes across 11 scenic Adirondack towns in New York, with 2026 prices and closing dates.
The National Parks Formed By Glaciers
Ice grinds where rivers only trickle. See how ancient glaciers carved the broad valleys, deep fjords, and alpine lakes across seven US national parks.
7 Storybook Towns In Pennsylvania
These Pennsylvania towns are worth exploring, each holding onto a piece of history, from an 1854 flour mill to a horse sanctuary since 1888.
10 Most Neighborly Towns In The Great Lakes
Pretty harbors are everywhere on the Great Lakes. These ten towns offer something rarer: neighbors who genuinely save a seat for whoever wanders in.